Mac owners often get overlooked by makers of thebest gaming keyboardsand mice. Most gamers choose to play on PCs, but MacBook Pro models and even the Mac Mini can handle some recent titles. Unfortunately, Apple supporters miss out on many peripherals with features that make gaming more enjoyable. Corsair is changing that reality with Mac versions of the wirelessK65 Plus KeyboardandM75 Mouse. This high-performance gaming gear is available now at the Apple Store, with the keyboard and mouse priced at $180 and $130, respectively.
In ourCorsair K65 Plus review, its smooth linear typing and deep customization stood out. The wireless keyboard uses a 75% form factor, which achieves compactness without sacrificing arrow keys and a full-function row. As a capableMac keyboard, buyers will find clearly labeled platform-specific icons and option keys. The K65 Plus’s generous connectivity successfully transitioned to the Mac, enabling gamers to connect via low-latency 2.4 Ghz wireless or Bluetooth. However, depending on the Mac system, buyers may need a USB-C to USB-A adapter to connect to the dongle.
Mac gamers had options for premium keyboards even before Corsair partnered with Apple.Keychron keyboardsare examples of MacOS peripherals with swappable keycaps if buyers also own Windows PCs. Even so, these keyboards appealed more to coders and editors and lacked gaming-specific features. Software was another issue Mac gamers faced, with only a handful of manufacturers' apps fully functional on their desktops and laptops. Corsair has been ahead of most rivals, and most iCue functionality is present in the Mac version of the software.
Corsair K65 Plus
The Corsair K65 Plus keyboard is the company’s 75% PC gaming accessory, boasting hot swappable switches, two layers of sound dampening, and up to 266 hours of battery life (with RGB off).
Corsair M75 Wireless
The M75 Wireless sports an expertly designed ambidextrous mouse shape, enabling right- and left-handed players to take on the best competition with confidence and style. Weighing just 89g, the M75 Wireless is light and fast for the quickest mouse movements and connects via near-zero lag Slipstream Wireless and Bluetooth. The mouse’s 26K DPI Corsair Marksman optical sensor tracks movements with extreme precision and shots register instantly on optical switches, guaranteed for 100 million clicks.
Mac-compatible mice, like the bulkyLogitech MX Master 3S, are aimed at productivity rather than gaming. The wireless Corsair M75 isn’t thelightest mouse, but is far more agile at 89 grams. Its ambidextrous shape and swappable side buttons mean it’s an option for neglected left-handers. Seven programmable buttons allow it to thrive during FPS action and games with more commands, likeBaldur’s Gate 3. We alsoreviewed the M75 Wirelessand determined that the mouse’s design gives it mainstream appeal. As a result, it’s a sensible first gaming mouse for Mac owners.
When it comes to competitive gaming, input latency has held back Apple mice such as the Magic Mouse. The Corsair M75 is focused on registering clicks as fast as possible, with Quickstrike buttons boasting a short travel distance. Ergonomics was another stumbling block for the first-party Magic Mouse, with minimal palm support. The M75’s shell is inviting to multiplemouse grips, including palm, fingertip, and claw.
The features of the K65 Plus and M75 Wireless Mouse are essentially unchanged from those of their PC counterparts. Still, Macs have a unique aesthetic, so their exteriors have undergone a makeover. Both devices come in Glacier Blue and Frost, with only the latter colorway in stock in physical Apple Store locations. The Frost Blue keyboard and mice are now semi-transparent, though this doesn’t seem to benefit the RGB lighting effects.
It’s important to remember that these Corsair peripherals were already adequate options on the Mac. Nevertheless, the new K65 Plus and M75 variations should encourage more manufacturers to focus on Mac gaming.
